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The Position:
The Political and Intergovernmental Affairs Technical Adviser post is located at the UNFPA West Africa Regional Office (WCARO) and works under the overall direction and supervision of the Regional Director and direct supervision of the Deputy Regional Director. The Adviser will focus on facilitating and guiding UNFPA’s regional engagement in positioning sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights within relevant political and intergovernmental mechanisms across the development, humanitarian and peace contexts in the region. The Adviser will also strengthen relevant systems for keeping abreast of the political environment through guidance and tools as may be required in collaboration with other UNFPA Regional Offices and Addis Representational Office covering the continent of Africa as well as other members of the WCARO technical team and Country Offices
Job Purpose:
A. Strategic Technical Leadership, Monitoring and Oversight
B. Quality Technical Support and Capacity Development on Political and Intergovernmental Processes
C. Evidence and Knowledge Management
D. Technical Representation, Strategic Partnerships and Strategic Positioning
Qualifications and Experience:
Education:
Advanced university degree in Social Sciences, Political Science, International Relations; Political Economy or other relevant fields.
Knowledge and Experience:
Languages:
Fluency in English is required and French is desirable to enable effective communication with English speaking and French speaking country coordination groups and local organisations (West and Central Africa region)
Compensation and Benefits:
This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.
UNFPA Work Environment:
UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA’s workforce – click here to learn more.
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Working hours (%): 80-100%
80-100%
Type of contract: Staff (Permanent and Fixed Term)
Macro-area: Sub-Saharan Africa
Level of experience: Senior Professional, more than 5 years
Area of work: Political Affairs, Conflict and Peacekeeping
Type of organisation: Multilateral Organisations
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